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Sahara Reporters, via its official X handle, recently disclosed intriguing revelations from Meta’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, about how U.S. security agencies like the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) can potentially access encrypted WhatsApp messages. Zuckerberg made these remarks during an insightful conversation on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, where heContinueContinue reading “Inside the Digital Vault: Mark Zuckerberg Reveals How Security Agencies Can Access WhatsApp Messages”

The National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Industry, Trade, and Investment has delivered a scathing critique of Nigeria’s border closure policy, declaring it a self-deceptive strategy that fails to address the persistent issues of cross-border banditry and economic sabotage. This assertion was made during the 2025 budget defense session with the Ministry of Industry, Trade, andContinueContinue reading ““Nigeria’s Border Closure: A Self-Inflicted Illusion, Says NASS Joint Committee””

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken a bold step in the fight for freedom of expression by filing a suit against the Tinubu administration and Nigeria’s 36 state governors at the ECOWAS Court of Justice. In an announcement on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, SERAP disclosed that it is seeking toContinueContinue reading “SERAP Challenges Tinubu Administration, Governors Over Cybercrimes Act at ECOWAS Court”

In a chilling account that underscores growing concerns over police misconduct, two siblings have narrated how officers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command allegedly abducted and extorted them of N470,000 at gunpoint in Abuja. The shocking incident was brought to light through a report by Sahara Reporters on its official X handle.The victimsContinueContinue reading “Abuja Police Accused of ‘Kidnapping’ and Extorting N470,000 from Youths at Gunpoint”

In a significant move aimed at improving the welfare of senior citizens, the Benue State Government has announced free medical care for pensioners at the state-owned Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH). This initiative, championed by Governor Hyacinth Alia, underscores his administration’s commitment to easing the burdens faced by the elderly in the state.The announcementContinueContinue reading ““Governor Hyacinth Alia Unveils Free Medical Care for Benue Pensioners at BSUTH””

In a sensational turn of events, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned Subomi and Wahab Okoya, the prominent sons of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, over allegations of naira abuse. The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sending shockwaves across social and financial circles.Sources close to the investigationContinueContinue reading ““EFCC Summons Billionaire Razaq Okoya’s Sons, Subomi and Wahab, Over Alleged Naira Abuse””

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has announced a major policy shift set to redefine vehicle ownership in Nigeria. In a statement released on the Nigeria Police Force’s official X handle, the IGP declared that the enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance compliance will begin nationwide on February 1st, 2025.This groundbreaking initiative, which aligns withContinueContinue reading ““IGP Egbetokun Declares Nationwide Crackdown on Non-Compliance with Third-Party Vehicle Insurance””

The investigation into the gruesome beheading of Paulinus Okon over a ₦30 million business deal in Delta State has taken a dramatic turn following the death of one of the suspects in police custody. Okeimute Gaga, one of four individuals arrested in connection with the heinous crime, was found dead on Tuesday morning under mysteriousContinueContinue reading “Death in Custody: Suspect Linked to Beheading Over ₦30 Million Deal in Delta State Dies Amid Murder Investigation”

In a bold move signaling the early groundwork for Nigeria’s next general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed its need for a staggering N126 billion to fund its operations in 2025 and begin preparations for the 2027 elections. The announcement, made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, has ignited widespreadContinueContinue reading “INEC Requests N126 Billion to Kickstart 2027 Election Preparations”